In this guide you will find reviews of some of the most popular toys along with their rating and buying information.
Two-in-one race cars are this year's addition to the series.
Air Hogs Zero Gravity Micro RC Car
Paperoni Deluxe Cutting Studio
Review of Razor's new Spark Scooter
New Wooden Toys from Haba
Stocking stuffers are fun to buy. I've selected from my many
lists of great Christmas gifts, lots of fun toys that will make great stocking stuffers for everyone on your list.
Who is on your Christmas shopping list this year? A baby? A preschooler? A teen? A fashionista or a wanna-be rock star? Here are the best hot new toys for every age group, boys and girls. Everything on the lists is new for this year. There's even a list of cheap toys, because being frugal is cool, too!
"Tweens" are tough to please and they know a good toy when they see one. Here's a list of some of the best new toys for this age group.
Preschoolers are too old for baby toys, but because they're not reading yet they're not quite ready for the same toys and games kindergarteners enjoy. Here's a list (in no particular order) of some of the best new toys for this age group.
Kids who are 5, 6 and 7 are very opinionated about toys. While their tastes change frequently, their preferences are really strong. If she's into horses, only horse toys will do. If he thinks he's a super hero, only cape wearers are welcome.
Here are some of the best new toys (in no particular order) for this age group.
While I believe boys and girls should be able to play with whatever they like, many girls' preferences lean toward toys that are, well, girly. Here's a list of some of the best new toys for girls.
I asked every teen I know, "If you had a gift card to spend in a toy store, what would you get?" I was surprised to find out that they'd want more than video games! Here's a list of toys I love for teens, in no particular order. (And no eye rolling! I promise.)
While I believe that boys and girls should be able to play with whatever they want, boys' preferences often lean toward vehicles, building toys and other typical "boy toys." Here's a list of some of the best new toys for boys, in no particular order.
There's no reason to go for broke when buying toys. Here are some hot, new, cheap toys for bargain hunters. And cheap doesn't mean cheesy, either. Each of the cheap toys on this list is under $20 and packs a lot of play for the money.
Which are the worst toys you've come across? What's your least favorite toy? Is it a toy which broke as soon as you got it, or a toy which your kid didn't even want to look at? Is it a toy which you felt was an absolute waste of money or a toy which you felt that was a bad influence on your child? Share with us what your least favorite toys are.
Review of Lamaze Grip and Grab Rattle by Learning Curve
Read a complete review of Cranium Whoonu, the fun filled family style game from the famous board game maker Cranium. Cranium has come up with another winner with Whoonu. Read a full review of Cranium Whoonu from your guide to toys at About.com
This very well illustrated Spanish English dictionary for children and adults is a great buy if you are looking for an easy way to brush up on either language. Read the full review of The Picture Book Dictionary by Ekadoo Publishers at About.com.
Everyone has had their own experiences with toys - some good, some not so good and some just plain ugly! I'm sure all of us remember a time when we literally tore out our hair while trying to get a toy working or when our kids really really messed up the house after playing with a super mess making toy! Here are some of the worst toys based on personal experiences from your guides at About.com.
This wonderful nap mat from Baby Boom featuring colorful characters is not to be missed! The nap mat is so compact and can be easily folded into a handy carry-all backpack for portability. The uniqueness of the nap mat is it's attached blanket, which makes it all the more useful for overnight trips, or even sleepovers at Grandma's. Read the full review of the nap mat from your guide to Toys at About.com
The Pillow Pod from Funhouse is an ultra cool pillow speaker with oodles of style to it. The Pillow Pod is a trendy as well as functional pillow speaker to which you can connect your iPod, MP3 player or CD player. The Pillow Pod doesn't require batteries, and this pillow speaker has a universal jack to connect to your music source.
Toilet Buddies just made the dreaded task of potty training fun. What are Toilet Buddies?? They are adorable characters which you can attach to your child's potty by means of easy velcro attachments. Kids absolutely love the friendly toilet buddies who ease the process of potty training - a dog, a giraffe, a bunny and a cow. Kids feel at home with the friendly looking toilet buddies, are less intimidated by the potty, and are encouraged to potty train faster.
Cranium has introduced Giggle Gear, a fun way for kids to enjoy dress up sessions! What makes Giggle Gear unique is that it provides a complete dress up experience, including accessories for dress up which actually make sounds. Cranium's Giggle Gear includes dress up themes like Fancy Fairy, Wizard, Roaring Dinosaur and Magical Unicorn to name a few. Take a look at the Giggle Gear Roaring Dinosaur - a great dress up game for your kids.
Flower Pods are great looking flower shaped speakers for your teen or tween's room. Flower Pods can be easily hooked up to your iPod, MP3 player or CD player, and are a trendy accessory to display. Flower Pods are shaped like flowers, with a stem and big green leaves, all made of soft velvety material. The Flower Pods can be attached to your bed, or desk by simply twisting them around.
The Fisher Price Spark Art Creativity System is one of the most innovative products of the year and a product sure to inspire creativity in your child just as the name indicates! The Spark Art Creativity System is a Dry-Erase easel with interactive features and includes and innovative Inspiration Pod and Inspiration Pen. Additional Spark Art Creativity Accessory kits make sure that your child never tires of this wonderful art easel!
Tiny Love has introduced a new developmental baby gym with two different themes - Tropical Isle or Sun Garden. This is no ordinary baby gym! Tiny Love has rightly labeled it as a developmental baby gym as it promotes gross motor skills, fine motor skills, object permanence, cognition with emphasis on cause and effect, language and even EQ! I loved the special pillow that is designed for baby’s tummy time. The baby gym promotes healthy development of baby's neck and shoulders.
If you're looking for a bath tub for your baby, look no further! Here's the perfect baby bath tub equipped with neat features like water temperature control, continuously circulating water and a great design! Check out the review of 4Mom's Baby Bath Tub from your guide at About.com.
The Fisher Price Little People Lil' Little Kingdom Castle is a great pretend play toys for both boys and girls. It comes complete with a drawbridge, turrets, trumpets and more! Also included are figures of the King, Queen and the horse. Check out this guide review of the Fisher Price Little People Lil' Kingdom Castle and decide whether to buy it or not.
The ESPN Game Station from Fisher Price is many games all rolled into one! Check out this review of the ESPN Game Station from your Toys Guide at About.com and join in all the fun and excitement.
Dora's Talking Doll House is a wonderful addition to your child's room. Endless hours of fun and imaginative play is possible with this fantastic bilingual dollhouse and accessories.
Review of the hottest Barbie of the season -
Barbie as the Princess and the Pauper - Princess Anneliese and Erika Dolls
Everything you wanted to know about the VideoNow color PVD portable player for kids. An improvement over the previous VideoNow Black and White, this is an award winning Best Toy of 2004.
Bratz Tokyo-A-Go Go! Dance 'N' Skate Club Playset with Light Up Dance Floor, Revolving DJ Booth and Roller Rink
Read all about the Cranium Balloon Lagoon fun filled carnival style game for your kids! Join in the family fun and have a blast with this wonderful game from Cranium!
Read our review about the Tamagotchi Connection Virtual Pets. Learn all about them and find out their features, pros and cons.
The latest in Hot Wheels offerings to the kids is a playset called Slimecano, yes, the name comes from Slime & Volcano! Throw in some hot wheels cars and you get a perfect recipe for success! Just what little boys love! Check out this review and decide whether to buy it or not!
Guide Review of Leapster Multimedia Learning System from Leap Frog
Guide Review of VSmile TV Learning System from VTech
Guide Review of Laugh and Learn Home from Fisher Price
Ever wondered how butterflies are born? Do you want to show a piece of nature to your child? Then read on! This is a guide review of Butterfly Garden by Insect Lore.
Review of Explorer Globe from Leap Frog
The new Rubik's Revolution is forecasted to be one of the hottest toys of 2007. At first glance, the Rubik's Revolution looks just like the Rubik's cube - until you look closer. So, what's the hype all about - find out in the review of the Rubik's Revolution from Technosource.
